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Honey Bun Cake Recipe

Honey Bun Cake Recipe

A soft, moist cake with cinnamon swirls and a sweet glaze, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an anytime treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Cinnamon Swirl:
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • For the Glaze:
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Toothpick (for testing doneness)
  • Small bowl for glaze
  • Knife for swirling

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Pour half the batter into the pan, sprinkle half the cinnamon mixture, add remaining batter, and top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar. Swirl gently with a knife.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cake cools slightly, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze. Drizzle over the warm cake.
  8. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
    Honey Bun Cake Recipe

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips to the swirl.
  • Use room-temperature ingredients for smoother batter and even baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days. Freeze up to 3 months.
  • Reheat slices in the microwave for 20–30 seconds for that fresh-baked feel.
Honey Bun Cake Recipe
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 320IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.5mg